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Jim Arkell
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Biography
As of January 1, 2026, my entire immigration team and I have transitioned from the Dunn Law Firm to Husch Blackwell. We will continue to serve immigration clients in the area of highly skilled immigration. I have over 35 years of legal experience, including spending 16 years as a law professor. I am exclusively focused on handling immigration matters for clients, primarily filing EB-1A Extraordinary Ability, EB-1B Outstanding Professor Researcher, and EB-2 NIW petitions on behalf of my clients who come from top research institutions and companies from around the world.
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Licensed in Texas for 35 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1990
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Husch Blackwell
1001 N. Main Street, Suite B, Bloomington, IL, 61701
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Jim Arkell's Reviews
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Case Results (194)
Practice Area Knowledge (135)
Professionalism (101)
Recommendation (98)
Responsiveness (94)
Staff & Support (75)
Communication Style (62)
Advocacy (45)
General Knowledge (27)
Character & Conduct (20)
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Showing 1 - 5 of 254 reviews | 5 stars
Posted by anonymous | August 03, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Great communication, help, guidance, team
Amazing team! Kayla and Brynn assisted me throughout the process faithfully and successfully — I received a green card based on the EB-2 case. Can’t recommend this firm enough!!
Posted by anonymous | July 29, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Successful EB-2 NIW Approval after RFE
I hired Mr Arkell and hiw law office to prepare and file my EB-2 NIW I-140 petition, which was successfully approved after an RFE (switched to PP). The team was professional, responsive, and clear throughout the process. I appreciated their guidance and am very satisfied with the outcome.
Posted by anonymous | July 02, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Great EB1A petition experience with the Arkell team
I have had a great EB1A experience with the Arkell team. All communications were fast and efficient, and the materials were prepared quickly. All edits and requests from the lawyer were clear and to the point. Jim clearly knows what statements to justify the criteria. I would recommend Jim Arkell for...
Posted by Alyssa | June 30, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Successful NIW petition
They handled my I-140 NIW petition, which was approved. Their fees were one of the lowest compared to other firms I looked at, free case evaluation as well. Replied to my emails quickly. Overall, I had a very positive experience and would recommend them.
Posted by Md Muzahid | May 26, 2026 | Hired Attorney
I-140 Approval
Mr. Arkell and his team prepared my petition very thoroughly, and my case was approved in a single attempt. Kayla and Brittany were highly responsive and communicated promptly throughout the entire process. They answered all my questions clearly and provided consistent support from start to finish. I...
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Experience
Work Experience
2014 - 2019
Assistant Professor, University of Alaska - Fairbanks
2003 - 2014
Professor, Shenzhen University School of Law
2002 - 2021
Of Counsel, Dunn Law Firm
Sample of Legal Cases
Community Merchant Services, Inc. v. Jonas 822 N.E.2d 515
Won the Appeal
Demunbrun v. Gray 986 S.W.2d 627
Won the Appeal
Castillo v. United States Fire Insurance Company 953 S.W.2d 470
Jury Verdict in favor of Client. Upheld on Appeal.
Villanueva v. Astroworld, Inc. 866 S.W.2d 690
Jury Verdict in favor of Client.
Education
1989
Texas Tech University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2021
Immigration Options for Ph.D. Students and Postdocs
Immigration
2021
Immigration Options for Ph.D. Students and Postdocs
Immigration
Publications
2020
Global Sport Business Journal
A Pareto Principle Analysis of the NBA: How Production Distribution Affects Team Success
2018
Journal of Accounting and Finance
It's Illegal!–Marijuana Related Businesses and the Accounting Profession
2018
National Law Review
Alienation of Affection Claims: Alaska, North Carolina and Beyond
2017
Global Sport Business Journal 5 (3), 38-51
A Pareto principle analysis of the NHL: Why ice hockey is the ultimate team game.
2017
National Law Review
United Airlines, Dr. Dao and Contract of Carriage
2016
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
How easy it is to get US Citizenship and become a Naturalized Citizen again for the 2nd time after renouncing it?
05 May 2025
Q&A
Will using I-485 EAD terminate F1 status if I still maintain it?
05 May 2025
Q&A
N 400 application evidence?
13 Feb 2023